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How much does garage door repair cost in 2026?
Updated 05/26
Repairing a garage is almost always cheaper than replacing it, but what should you be looking out for when it comes to garage door repair costs?
Fast Facts
The average cost of a garage door repair is £80
A garage door spring repairs cost an average of £75
Costs will vary depending on the kind of repair, type of garage door, and your location
Garages are excellent outdoor storage solutions. They provide a safe space for high-value assets and can help declutter our homes. That’s why, when they get damaged, you’ll want to fix the problem straight away.
Read on for our comprehensive cost guide, designed to help you ask the right questions and choose the best solutions for a broken garage door.
How much does garage door repair cost?
| Cost provided item | Cost + VAT (Lower range) | Cost + VAT (Higher range) | Average cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average cost of garage door repair | £40 | £120 | £80 |
| Garage door spring repair | £50 | £100 | £75 |
| Last updated: May 2026 Our costs are ballpark averages - get a local tradesperson to quote now | |||
The average cost of a garage door repair, of any kind, is £80.
Expect to pay somewhere in the region of £40 for a simple repair, up to around £120 for a more complex fix.
The exact amount you pay will depend on factors such as what needs repairing, which parts are needed, and how long the repair will take.
What's included in a garage door repair quote?
When you get a quote for a garage door repair, you can generally expect it to include the cost of:
Labour
New parts
Initial assessment
Basic disposal and clean-up
Always get a written quote, so you can check exactly what's included before work even starts.
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Garage door torsion spring repair cost
The average cost for garage door torsion spring repair is £75.
A simple repair can cost around £50, while larger and more complex repairs can cost up to £100.
Most garage door torsion springs can be repaired without having to replace the whole torsion system; however, as it’s a delicate and important safety feature, it takes accuracy and skill. You can expect to pay a tradesperson to dismantle and repair the damaged parts or replace the torsion spring elements.
What affects the cost of a garage door repair?
A few things can affect how much you need to pay for fixing a broken garage door, including:
Type of repair - Some garage door repairs are straightforward and can be tackled easily, while other broken elements can be a little more complicated to fix.
Garage size - In some cases, a bigger garage may need a bigger repair - which means a bigger price tag.
New parts - If new parts are needed, expect to pay a little more - especially if they're tough to come by.
Location - The cost of labour can vary a lot across the country. Expect to pay more if you're in London or the South East.
Additional and hidden costs to budget for
Be aware that you might need to pay a bit extra for things like:
Additional parts and materials
Access equipment, if the fix is hard to reach
Cleanup and disposal
Parking and travel
Garage door repair cost calculator
If you're trying to calculate the cost of your garage door repair, you'll need to factor in:
The size of the garage door
The type of mechanism it uses (manual or automatic)
The type and extent of any damage
The cost of any materials needed
The labour charge and any initial callout fee
To get accurate prices, speak to local garage door repair specialists and ask for a breakdown of the costs involved.
Or, to get a quick idea of how much your garage door repair might cost, jot a few details about the task in our job estimate calculator. The tool will dig into Checkatrade data to give you an approximate quote, so you know what to expect.
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Common garage door repairs
Below is a brief overview of common repair requests regarding garage doors. Use this list to help identify the issue.
Motor
An electric motor, the mechanism that opens and closes your garage door, tends to have a lifespan of around six years. However, damage, breaking springs and bad fittings can reduce their longevity.
Torsion spring
Torsion springs are used to balance weight when garage doors open and close. When they break, garage doors are thrown out of sync and can open and close unevenly or dangerously.
Track
Tracks support and mount garage doors. When they break, the garage door won’t open and close properly, leading to jams, motor burn out and, in some cases, the doors coming loose and falling to the floor.
Dents
In less severe cases, garage door dents are a cosmetic issue. In more severe cases, they cause issues with how easily a garage door opens and closes - and even weaken their structural integrity.
Shattered glass
Shattered glass on or from garage doors is a security risk. If there’s a way for potential criminals to enter your property, getting the glass panels replaced or repaired as soon as possible is your best bet.
Can I repair my garage door myself?
As your garage door is both a safety feature of your home and can be dangerous when it malfunctions, it's often better to hire a garage repair service to fix or replace any parts.
Although people are known to attempt dent repairs themselves, the results are often worse than the original issue, leading to steeper costs in the long run.
How much does garage door replacement cost?
The average cost of a single garage door replacement is between £1,245–£4,000.
It's a much bigger price than the cost of a repair - but if your garage door has some serious damage, you may find it'll be better value in the long run to simply replace it.
Of course, the exact cost of a replacement will vary a lot depending on what kind of door you have. Take a look at our garage door replacement cost guide for more information on costs.
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FAQs
Most garage door repairs are quick jobs, generally only taking between 30 minutes and two hours.
A door spring replacement takes around 1-2 hours.
The most common garage door issue that needs repairing is broken door springs, either torsion springs or extension springs.
Repairing the wiring on an electric garage door is one of the more expensive types of garage door repair, costing between about £150-£300.
It's not advised. Garage doors can be very heavy and dangerous, and the door springs in particular can cause serious damage - including injuries - if handled in the wrong way. It's best to hire a repair service with the right knowledge and experience.
Generally, it's cheaper to repair a garage door opener than to replace it entirely. To find out for sure, get quotes from local garage door specialists and see which works out the best value for you.
Yes, almost certainly - but it does depend on the kind of garage door you have. Most modern garage doors are sectional, made with individual horizontal panels, meaning it's easy to just replace one of the panels.
Yes, you can. In fact, wooden doors are one of the easiest types of garage door to repair. You can DIY the fix, or hire a wood repair service to handle it.
The average cost to repair an up-and-over, or tilt-up, garage door is between £40-£120 for most common issues. A complex repair may cost much more, however.
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